The Black Cat Test
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The man cut out the Pluto’s eye from its socket before he murdered it.
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True
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False
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The Black Cat Test assesses understanding of key literary elements in the short story by Edgar Allan Poe. It evaluates knowledge of symbols, conflicts, and narrative techniques, enhancing critical reading and analytical skills.
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The man buried his wife under the ground.
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True
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False
Correct Answer
A. FalseExplanation
The statement says that the man buried his wife under the ground. However, this is not possible as burying someone under the ground implies that they are deceased. Therefore, the answer is False because it is not logical or possible for a man to bury his wife while she is still alive.Rate this question:
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The man murdered his wife in the garden.
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True
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False
Correct Answer
A. FalseExplanation
The given statement states that the man murdered his wife in the garden. However, there is no evidence or context provided to support this claim. Without any additional information, it is not possible to determine the truthfulness of the statement. Therefore, the correct answer is False, as we cannot confirm whether the man actually murdered his wife in the garden or not.Rate this question:
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Pluto was murdered in the cellar.
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True
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False
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What was the main man vs. man conflict in the story?
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The man vs. Pluto
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The man vs. grief
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The house vs. the fire
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Pluto vs. the wife
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A. The man vs. Pluto -
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An event in the story that was NOT a conflict was:
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Pluto haunting the man
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The man’s wife interfering when he held the axe
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The man dealing with the guilt of killing Pluto
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None of the above
Correct Answer
A. None of the aboveExplanation
None of the events mentioned in the options are conflicts. Pluto haunting the man and the man's wife interfering when he held the axe are both examples of tension or suspense in the story, but they do not involve a conflict. The man dealing with the guilt of killing Pluto can be seen as an internal conflict, but it is not mentioned in the options. Therefore, none of the events listed are conflicts.Rate this question:
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Pluto was rarely the target for abuse when the man was intoxicated.
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True
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False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The statement implies that when the man was intoxicated, Pluto was not often subjected to abuse. This suggests that the man's behavior towards Pluto was generally non-abusive or less abusive when he was drunk. Therefore, the correct answer is "True," indicating that Pluto was rarely the target for abuse when the man was intoxicated.Rate this question:
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An example of foreshadowing in the story was:
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The man burying his wife
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The figure of Pluto against the wall
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Pluto's eye recovering
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Both b. and c.
Correct Answer
A. The figure of Pluto against the wallExplanation
The figure of Pluto against the wall is an example of foreshadowing in the story. This suggests that Pluto, the man's pet cat, will play a significant role in the plot. It hints at the future events where Pluto's presence will become more prominent and impactful. This foreshadowing creates anticipation and sets the stage for the events that will unfold later in the story.Rate this question:
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What is not a symbol in the story?
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The patch of white on the cat
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The badly plastered walls
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The cat's missing eye
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The fire
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A. The patch of white on the catExplanation
In the story, various symbols are mentioned, such as the badly plastered walls, the cat's missing eye, and the fire. These symbols likely hold some deeper meaning or represent certain themes or ideas within the story. However, the patch of white on the cat is not mentioned as a symbol. It is simply a physical description of the cat's appearance and does not carry any symbolic significance in the context of the story.Rate this question:
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What was the not part of the falling action in the story?
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The house burning down
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The man cutting out Pluto's eye
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The meow coming from the wall
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All of the above
Correct Answer
A. The meow coming from the wallExplanation
The correct answer is "the meow coming from the wall." In a story, the falling action refers to the events that occur after the climax and lead to the resolution. The house burning down and the man cutting out Pluto's eye are both significant events that contribute to the falling action by creating tension and conflict. However, the meow coming from the wall does not have a direct impact on the plot and does not contribute to the resolution of the story. Therefore, it is not part of the falling action.Rate this question:
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Describe what you think the main conflict in the story was and why. What type of conflict was it? Give specific examples of the conflict.
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